14 August 2009
On 11 June 2009 the World Health Organization (WHO) officially raised the pandemic alert level for the so-called Mexican Flu to phase six. This means that this particular strain of flu is now officially a pandemic. As has already been announced, Stenden university has taken steps to minimise the impact of the Mexican Flu virus on the university. At the moment the university is following the guidelines issued by the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), which state that events involving large numbers of people can go ahead as long as RIVM hygiene guidelines and rules of conduct are followed. As things stand at the moment, the academic year can start as planned.
Specific information for students and staff
On this webpage the students and staff of Stenden university can find more information about Mexican Flu and how to deal with it. Two documents have been produced to provide information for students and staff. Among other things these documents explain what to do if you fall ill. Documents:
Information for Stenden university students
Information for Stenden university staff
This is the letter about Mexican Flu that was sent to the homes of all Stenden university students and staff members at the beginning of July.
Letter Mexican Flu